Learn how to perform mortgage property inspections
with our FREE beginner training. No previous experience required.

Start With the Basics — Go Further When You're Ready

Basic Training covers the essential inspection knowledge most mortgage field service companies expect from a new inspector. Advanced Training goes deeper with photos, diagrams, real-world examples, and a Mortgage Field Services Inspector Certificate.

What You’ll Learn in the Basic Training

Exterior Inspections

Learn the basic requirements for exterior inspections, occupancy indicators, and visible condition reporting.

Interior Inspections

Interior property inspections covering room condition, damages, occupancy, and required documentation.

 

Occupancy Checks

Occupancy verification using contact attempts, neighbor confirmation, and visible property indicators.

Photos & Reporting

Learn how to take clear property photographs and complete accurate inspection reports.

How It Works

Step 1: Begin Your Free Training

Learn the fundamentals at your own pace.

Step 2: Build Your Inspection Skills

Understand property conditions, occupancy checks, photographs, and documentation.

Step 3: Explore Work Opportunities

Learn how to apply with mortgage field service companies.

Who This Training Is For

Whether you’re exploring a new career in field inspections or looking to expand your existing services, this free training provides practical skills used across many types of fieldwork.

This training may benefit:

  • Mortgage Field Inspectors & Property Inspectors
  • Property Preservation Vendors
  • Mobile Notaries & Notary Signing Agents
  • Process Servers & Field Representatives
  • Insurance & Loss-Draft Inspectors
  • Merchant Site & Business Verification Inspectors
  • Vehicle & Equipment Condition Inspectors
  • Construction Progress & Property Condition Inspectors
  • Real Estate & Property Management Professionals
  • Photo Verification & Documentation Contractors

 

While our training focuses on mortgage property inspections, the fundamental skills of observation, photography, following client instructions, and accurate reporting can be valuable across many field-service assignments. Specialized occupations may require additional training, licensing, or certifications.

Approximately 430,000 Training Registrations

For 13 years, Mortgage Field Services has helped people learn the fundamentals of property inspections.

Our original training program recorded approximately 430,000 student registrations, reflecting years of experience helping aspiring inspectors prepare for fieldwork.

What You Need Before You Start

No previous property inspection experience is required to begin this training.

To take the training, you only need internet access and a computer or smartphone.

For fieldwork, you’ll also need reliable transportation and the ability to follow instructions carefully.

Ready to Begin?

Start the Basic Training now and learn the essential inspection process step by step.